This is a means of identification whereby a students submits a collection of work they have selected to a teacher. It is more common in other domains, but I believe could be successfully used in mathematics.
Advantages
No time constraints.
Can reflect particular/special interests of the student.
May be integrated over a variety of curriculum areas.
Can show progression over time, which may be especially beneficial for Mäori students who have smaller numbers of students in preschool education (Bevan-Brown, 2009).
Disadvantages
May pose questions about who completed the work.
Students may be reluctant to prepare.
May not show anything more than regular classroom work.
Portfolio assessment
This is a means of identification whereby a students submits a collection of work they have selected to a teacher. It is more common in other domains, but I believe could be successfully used in mathematics.
Advantages
Disadvantages